Aircraft Mechanic with A&P

V2X•Richmond, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

V2X is hiring an Aircraft Mechanic with an Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate to perform aircraft maintenance, inspection, and repair in support of fixed-wing aircraft and specialized mission equipment. The role requires compliance with FAA regulations, aviation safety standards, FBI guidelines, manufacturer instructions, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, and applicable technical data. The mechanic also serves as a Crew Chief on operational missions, accompanying the aircraft to monitor systems in flight, troubleshoot discrepancies, and coordinate with aircrew. The position is primarily based in an aircraft hangar, with work also performed outdoors in varied weather conditions. It involves physical activity, including standing, walking, kneeling, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, and regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds. Personal protective equipment is required when hazards are present. The role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DoJ Top Secret security clearance, U.S. citizenship, a valid state driver's license, and a valid U.S. passport with appropriate vaccinations for international travel. Pay is $46.00 per hour, with potential negotiation based on relevant experience and qualifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Two-year technical trade school, military experience, or equivalent on-the-job training.
Valid FAA-issued Airframe & Powerplant certificate.
At least five years of hands-on experience as a mechanic.
Experience in a similar position within the last 12 months.
Demonstrated experience supporting maintenance of fixed-wing aircraft; G550 experience is required.
Knowledge of hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears and sheet metal brakes.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to retain information, make decisions according to standard policies and procedures, and determine work methods to accomplish assignments.
Excellent knowledge of applicable FAA Federal Aviation Regulations.
Ability to make proper entries in aircraft logs and records.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoJ Top Secret security clearance.
Valid state driver's license.
U.S. citizenship.
Valid U.S. passport and appropriate vaccinations required for international travel.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Gulfstream G550/650, Beechcraft King Air 200, Cessna Caravan 208, Cessna 206 Stationair, or Cessna Skylane 182 aircraft. G550 experience is also stated as required.

Responsibilities

Maintain compliance with FAA regulations, aviation safety standards, FBI guidelines and policies, manufacturer instructions, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, specifications, and technical data.
Perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance, inspections, and repairs on aircraft, engines, propellers, associated systems, and specialized mission equipment.
Perform conditional, annual, phase, and special inspections as required.
Support overhaul and repair, battery maintenance, sheet metal work, welding and fabrication, avionics and specialized mission equipment, aircraft ground handling and operations, ground support equipment, and aircraft servicing.
Support refueling and defueling, fluid servicing, compressed gas servicing, chemical toilets, de-icing and cold-weather operations, aviation life support systems, and fuel sampling after refueling.
Perform preservation and de-preservation, foreign object damage control, aircraft tool control, precision measurement equipment support, maintenance testing and recovery, operational surge support, aircraft enhancements, safety and hazardous material control, and required maintenance reporting.
Serve as a Crew Chief on operational missions, accompanying aircraft to monitor in-flight systems, troubleshoot discrepancies, and coordinate with aircrew to maintain aircraft performance.
Make appropriate entries in aircraft logs and records.